Impact Farming

Tracy speaks to Clint Fischer about "Passing Down The Farm" in this week's episode. In this episode, Tracy speaks to Clint Fischer about all things farm transition planning: For decades, the industry has been educating and pushing succession planning for farmers at events, in articles, etc. Are we making progress as an industry? What are the main reasons/obstacles that keep farmers from starting?...

Tracy speaks to Mike Downey about "The Great Farm Wealth Transfer " in this week's episode. Baby boomers currently hold half of our nation's $140 trillion in wealth. It is estimated millennials will hold 5 times as much wealth by 2030. A record amount of wealth will transfer in the next 10 to 15 years. This has been coined the "Great Wealth Transfer." In this episode, Tracy speaks to Mike Downey a...

In this week's Product Spotlight, Tracy speaks to Justine Cornelsen with BrettYoung Seeds about BrettYoung LibertyLink® Canola. About BrettYoung LibertyLink® Canola. The First in Our New Generation of LibertyLink® Hybrids. A High Yield Potential, Mid-Maturity Hybrid with Pod DefendR® Technology and Next-Generation Clubroot Protection. Pod DefendR — durable shatter tolerance technology DefendR-rate...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Kristin Demoranville and Andrew Rose about "Hackers Targeting Canada's Food Supply." It's true. Hackers are targeting Canada's food supply, and in today's episode, Tracy speaks to Kristin and Andrew, two cyber security professionals, about precisely what is happening. In this episode, they discuss: A string of ransomware attacks by Russian hackers are target...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Nate Clark and Dan Erdmann from Farm Rescue. Have you heard about the great work that Farm Rescue is doing in the agriculture community? Farm Rescue is a wonderful organization that provides planting, haying, harvesting, commodity hauling and livestock feeding assistance to farm and ranch families that have experienced a major injury, illness or natural disa...

Thank-You for celebrating 6 years of The Impact Farming Show with us!   We truly could not have done this without the support of you, our amazing viewers and listeners, and of course all of our wonderful show guests. It's a great honor to have come this far and we are so excited to continue with season 7 (starting soon).   Our 1st ever episode aired on August 8th, 2018, Tracy interviewed Jolene Br...

The Impact Farming Show is celebrating 6 years!  Wow, time sure flies. Do you recall our 1st ever episode which aired on August 8th, 2018? Tracy interviewed Jolene Brown in this episode titled "Family Farms and Succession Planning", take a step back in time and  watch episode 1 Our season 6 countdown continues with Episode 206 taking the 2nd place spot.  Please join Tracy and Art Lange in this epi...

The Impact Farming Show is celebrating 6 years!  Wow, time sure flies. Do you recall our 1st ever episode which aired on August 8th, 2018? Tracy interviewed Jolene Brown in this episode titled "Family Farms and Succession Planning", take a step back in time and  watch episode 1 Our season 6 countdown continues with Episode 213 taking the 3rd place spot.  Please join Tracy and Felix Wever in this e...

In this special segment, Tracy speaks to Mark Walker from Cereals Canada about "Canada's Looming National Rail Crisis." Canada is on the brink of entering a historical and catastrophic rail crisis. Join us as we speak to Mark and clarify what is happening. In this episode: - What happens if they strike? - What are the consequences to Canada, our reliability as a trade partner, businesses, consumer...

Season 6 Countdown  #4  - Episode 204: "Conflict On The Farm" w/Elaine Froese The Impact Farming Show is celebrating 6 years!  Wow, time sure flies. Do you recall our 1st ever episode which aired on August 8th, 2018? Tracy interviewed Jolene Brown in this episode titled "Family Farms and Succession Planning", take a step back in time and  watch episode 1 Our season 6 countdown begins with Episode...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with Crystal Mackay about "Telling Our Story As Farmers." "We need to tell our story to consumers!" How many times have we heard this? As farmers, we hear this and agree that we should share our story. We really want to, but when the time comes to start sharing our story, we don't know what to say or how to say it, and we are also likely more than a tiny bit co...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Linda Hunt about "Agknow: Alberta's Farm Mental Health Network." Attention Alberta Farmers & Professionals Whether it's accessing resources for yourself, or pointing a farmer in the right direction, AgKnow is your key partner in the evolving landscape of farm mental health. Their vision is to create a shift in farming culture to one where caring for mental h...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Venessa Joy about "Ag Women Connect: Empowering Women In Agriculture." In this episode, Tracy speaks to Venessa all about her organization. Who are Ag Women Connect? Venessa shares the vision and purpose behind the organization. She shares more about membership and the organization's mission to empower, support, connect, and grow women in agriculture across...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Kristin Demoranville, a cybersecurity professional, about "Cyber Attacks: Is Agriculture At Risk?" Remember the solar flares that caused #plant24 to grind to a halt and, most recently, cyber-attacks on equipment dealers? It's no secret. We rely heavily on technology within agriculture. The question must be asked, has anyone stopped to consider the looming th...

In today's episode, Tracy chats with David Derwin about "Grain Marketing in Our Current Environment: June 2024 Update." Are you curious how things are shaping up in the grain markets as of spring 2024? If so, you will not want to miss this conversation where Tracy and David chat about: The current market conditions as of June 2024. What is the market outlook as of right now? The best marketing and...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Michael Langemeier from Purdue University about "Measuring Optimism in Agriculture: May 2024 Ag Economy Barometer Report." In this episode, Tracy and Michael speak about: What is the Ag Economy Barometer? In this interview, Michael shares the survey results from over 400 producers who were asked a series of questions. Purdue University and CME then compile t...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Patti Durand about "Conflict Landmines During Busy Farm Seasons." The vast majority of farms are multigenerational. While this is a beautiful thing, it can also present some additional challenges regarding the working atmosphere during hectic seasons. Stress. Blow-ups. Arguments and more. In this episode, Tracy and Patti speak about: The way we speak to our...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Gerry Friesen about his new book titled "The Recovering Farmer: A Journey through the Labyrinth of Anxiety and Depression." Mental health in agriculture is one of the most critical conversations in our industry, and in today's episode, Tracy and Gerry speak about: Gerry's personal mental health journey. How and why, he got started sharing this very personal...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Dave Gallant from the Canadian Canola Growers Association about the "CCGA Cash Advance Program: The Financial Tool Farmers Are Looking For." Are you concerned about the current elevated interest rates? If so, you will not want to miss this episode, in which Tracy speaks to Dave Gallant about a powerful borrowing tool for Canadian farmers. In this episode, th...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Sarah Foster from 20/20 Seed Labs about "20/20 Seed Labs & Celebrating 35 Years In Business." In this episode, Tracy and Sarah discuss: Sarah's background, her immigration to Canada, and why she decided to launch 20/20 Seed Labs. Sarah shares more about 20/20 Seed Labs including who they are, what they do, and who their core customers are. They then delve in...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Bruce Lowe and Baillie Shewkenek, from AG Direct Hail. Are you in the market for hail insurance? If so, you will not want to miss this episode, in which Tracy, Bruce, and Baillie discuss the AG Direct Hail difference and an exciting announcement for prairie farmers in 2024. They discuss: How is AG Direct Hail Insurance different from the competition? Hint: T...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Rose Tryon from American Agri-Women Association. American Agri-Women is the largest national coalition of farm, ranch, & agribusiness women. AAW members have been advocating for agriculture since 1974. Join our diverse group of women from across the country who are committed to advocating for agriculture. Our members are farmers, ranchers, producers, other a...

In this week's episode Tracy speaks to Michelle Durnin in this episode titled "Innovating Women's Farm & Ranch Wear." This one is for the ladies. Are you tired of the awkward fitting work wear? Wish you had farm gear designed specifically for the shapes and curves gifted to us ladies? If so, you will not want to miss Michelle's incredible entrepreneurial story of dreaming up and launching Durnin F...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks to Marcel Kringe about "Harvest Optimization" and how the Bushel Plus products are adding more value and profit to each harvest. Are you looking to reduce harvest wastage, increase yield in the bins and generate more profit at the end of each season? If so, that is precisely what Tracy and Marcel are speaking about in today's episode: - Marcel shares more about...

In this week's episode, Tracy speaks with FCC Vice President and Chief Economist J.P. Gervais about the "2023 FCC Farmland Values Report." The FCC Farmland Values Report provides an annual look at the regional land value trends across Canada. In this episode, Tracy and JP discuss: - The special milestone of this being the 40th FCC Farmland Values Report. JP shares more about the report and the inf...